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Walking Tour of Sitka
$49
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they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Guided Walking Tour of Sitka offers a unique glimpse into the heart of this historic fishing town. Covering the downtown area, this tour highlights the rich Russian heritage and Tlingit culture that define Sitka.
- 🏛️ The only tour that takes you through Sitka's historic downtown area, showcasing its unique architecture and culture.
- 👣 Enjoy an alternative walking experience led by a local guide who shares personal insights and stories.
- 📖 Perfect for history and culture enthusiasts, providing local tips to enhance your visit.
- 🐟 Hear captivating stories from the Russian Era of Alaska, enriching your understanding of the town’s past.
- 🌊 Begin the tour at Crescent Harbor, where you’ll learn about the daily life of a fishing town from a local fisherman’s perspective.
- 🔬 Discover the significance of the Sitka Sound Science Center in sustainable fishing practices, with possible views of salmon runs.
- 🏫 Learn about the history of Sheldon Jackson College, once an "Indian Boarding School," now transformed into the Sitka Fine Arts Camp.
- ⛪ Explore St. Michael's Russian Orthodox Cathedral, appreciating its architectural beauty and historical significance.
- 🏡 Visit the Sitka Pioneers' Home and see the totem pole and prospector statue that reflect the town's rich heritage.
- 🏞️ Conclude your tour at Baranof Castle State Historic Site, where the purchase of Russian Alaska by the United States took place.
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Guided Walking Tour of Sitka | HISTORIC DOWNTOWN
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour
- All Fees and Taxes
- Resident Guide (Contact us for Spanish-speaking and other private tour options)
- Local tips for restaurants and exploration
- Gratuities (Always appreciated by our passionate guides!)
- Transportation (Tour starts from free cruise shuttle drop-off)
Meeting point
CRUISE PASSENGERS: Take the free shuttle from the cruise ships into downtown.
Your guide will be dressed in a red jacket, at the LEFT CORNER of the main building in front of the shuttle drop-off (Centennial Hall).
If you are not on a cruise: please still meet in front of Centennial Hall.
Return details
Totem Square. At the base of Baranof Castle State Historic Site or "Castle Hill". This location is a 5 min walk from the cruise ship shuttle drop-off site (tour meeting point) and a 2 min walk from downtown Sitka.
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The first stop on the tour is in front of picturesque Crescent Harbor. The guide will explain the daily workings of a fishing town in Alaska from the personal perspective of a commercial and charter fisherman.
- Our guide will discuss the role the famous Sitka Sound Science Center plays in researching sustainable fishing. If one of the salmon runs is occurring it is possible to see salmon jumping up the stream into the hatchery processing station. (pass by)
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Taking a step back in time, our guide will tell the history of the Sheldon Jackson College campus. The campus has transformed dramatically over its 145 year history: originally founded as an "Indian Boarding School" this campus is now the Sitka Fine Arts Camp.
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St. Michael's Russian Orthodox CathedralOur guide will highlight the history, architecture, and significance of the Russian Orthodox Cathedral in the center of downtown Sitka. Note that this walking tour takes place entirely outside.
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Here you will see the grounds of the Sitka Pioneers' Home. This majestic building has a rich history and still plays an important role in the lives of Alaskans. Our guide will showcase the totem pole and prospector statue that stand in front of the grand building. Note that this walking tour takes place entirely outside.
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The tour ends at Baranof Castle State Historic Site, also known as "Castle Hill". This is the location where Russian Alaska was purchased by the United States. After the tour the guide will accompany anyone who would like to make the ascent of Castle Hill. The end point is a 5 min walk to the cruise shuttle loading zone, and a 2 min walk from downtown Sitka.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Walking Tour of Sitka
$49
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!